Mill Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire

England

Mill Hill

Station Road near Preston Credit: Andy Beecroft

Mill Hill is a small village located in the district of Craven, in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, it is nestled on the slopes of a picturesque hill, giving it its name. The village is known for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, attracting visitors seeking a peaceful retreat amidst the scenic countryside.

The village itself is home to a close-knit community, with a population of around 300 residents. It has a charming, traditional English feel, with stone-built houses and quaint cottages dotting the landscape. The local economy primarily relies on agriculture and tourism, with many residents involved in farming or providing services to visitors.

Surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, Mill Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Yorkshire Dales. It is an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with numerous walking and hiking trails crisscrossing the area. One of the most popular trails is the Mill Hill Circular Walk, which takes visitors on a scenic journey through the village and its surrounding countryside.

In addition to its natural beauty, Mill Hill also has a rich history. The village dates back to medieval times and is home to several historic landmarks, including St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a testament to the village's long-standing presence and serves as a gathering place for the local community.

Overall, Mill Hill, Yorkshire, is a charming and idyllic village in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. With its stunning natural surroundings, rich history, and welcoming community, it offers a peaceful and picturesque retreat for both residents and visitors alike.

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Mill Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.761851/-0.20463917 or Grid Reference TA1830. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Station Road near Preston

Andy Beecroft

Three Fields of Cereals

The photo was taken, in the low evening sun, from roughly 100m up. I've no idea why the copse has been planted here, but it's been here for many years. The diagonal line across the field is the Hedon to Staithes Road, Preston footpath. The conscientious farmer always cuts a footpath across his field every year whether it be wheat, barley, rapeseed or potatoes - the usual crops in this part of East Yorkshire.

Andy Beecroft

One Little Island

The road island and yellow and black marker have made all of the difference to indicate that the road from Preston into Hedon at Souttergate is a one-way street. Despite the no entry signs and 'NO ENTRY' writing on the road, it was a regular occurrence for some road users to go the wrong way down this road into Hedon centre instead of using Station Road to do so. The Hedon one-way system was introduced in the 1970s but it's only within the last six months that the small road island and marker have been installed there!!

Andy Beecroft

Winter Water

This is the track bed of the old Hull to Withernsea Railway, just north of the town of Hedon (the railway was closed in October 1964). The track is now a bridleway and is quite usable as a cycleway in the summer. In the winter, it's a bit more challenging!

Andy Beecroft

Old milestone

This is the easternmost, last, milestone set up on the Hull to Hedon turnpike, first enacted in 1745 which lasted until 1878. It is on Souttergate at the entrance to Preston Road car-park. The legend From Hull/VIII Miles is still legible and shows it was set up on the original line of the turnpike which was 8.8 miles long. A later turnpike, 1830-1881, went by a more direct route and was only 5.4 miles.

Chris Minto

Fields near Hedon

Land south of the cycle/footpath along the former Hull to Withernsea railway, with the chemical works at Salt End on the horizon

Paul Harrop

Dried up Pond

Marked up as a pond on the map, there's hardly water in it now.

Andy Beecroft

Weghill Road at Rand's Charity Farm

Ian S

Weghill Road, near Rands Farm

Looking in the direction of Preston

Paul Harrop

East End Road, Preston, Yorkshire

Lund Garth Farmhouse.

Bernard Sharp

Weghill Road, Preston, Yorkshire

Rands Farm house and outbuilding.

Bernard Sharp

Sheep near Preston (E Yorks)

A rural scene with an industrial backdrop - sheep to the west of Wyton Road, with the ironmongery of the Port of Hull and Salt End in the distance.

Paul Harrop

Church of All Saints, Preston

According to its Grade I listing, the church has a C13 north arcade, C14 south arcade; C15 north aisle, north chapel and tower; C15 - early C16 south aisle and clerestory. it then had several restorations, starting c.1800 with the last one in 1982. Link

Richard Rogerson

Old milestone

This milestone on the B1239, Wyton Road, north of Preston, is on the east side of the road just north of Daytona and south of the entrance to Froghall Farm. The faint remnants of the inscription are (T)O HULL/VI MIL(ES). The 1910 OS map shows Hull 6. It is Grade II listed 1162021.

Chris Minto

Old milestone

This is in the wall surrounding Preston church on the B1239. It is the only one of this shape on the route, the others being mounting block style. It is possible that it was defaced due to war time restrictions in 1940 with HULL/7 being ground out. The 1910 OS map shows Hull 7.

Chris Minto